U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. -- Tesla Inc. Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk speaks with Lt. Gen. Richard Clark, Superintendent of the U.S. Air Force Academy, during the Ira C. Eaker Distinguished Speaker Presentation in the Academy's Arnold Hall on April 7, 2022 in Colorado Springs, Colo. (U.S. Air Force photo by Trevor cokley)
Elon Musk Slams Trump’s Tax Bill as ‘Disgusting Abomination’
Elon Musk has unleashed a scathing attack on President Donald Trump’s newly proposed tax and spending legislation, describing it as a “disgusting abomination.” The legislation, formally titled the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), has sharply divided lawmakers in Washington and now drawn fierce condemnation from one of Trump’s own high-profile former allies.
Musk’s rebuke comes just days after he resigned from the administration, where he served as the head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). His comments suggest a complete political pivot, as he previously stood among the most influential backers of Trump’s reelection campaign.
The controversial bill, which recently cleared the House of Representatives and awaits Senate approval, combines sweeping tax cuts with steep increases in defense spending while slashing funding for key social safety nets such as Medicaid. Critics argue the bill disproportionately benefits the wealthy and corporate sector while burdening the federal deficit with unsustainable debt.
“I’m sorry, but I just can’t stand it anymore. This massive, outrageous, pork-filled Congressional spending bill is a disgusting abomination. Shame on those who voted for it: you know you did wrong. You know it.”
GOP Faces Backlash Over Spending Bill
Musk’s remarks have sparked further unrest among Republican ranks, especially among fiscally conservative lawmakers. While some members of the GOP have stood by the bill as a necessary economic stimulus, others are now under pressure as public scrutiny grows. The projected $2.5 trillion addition to the national debt has also alarmed independent analysts, who warn of long-term economic consequences.
House Speaker Mike Johnson defended the bill, claiming its benefits will be seen in future economic growth and national security strength. Yet, the internal divisions are widening as high-profile criticism like Musk’s gains traction among conservative voters.
Musk Signals Political Realignment
Once a key donor to Trump’s political cause, Elon Musk is now signaling a dramatic realignment. Having contributed hundreds of millions during the last campaign cycle, Musk has publicly declared he will no longer support MAGA candidates who back what he calls reckless spending policies.
His call to voters was equally blunt, urging them to vote out lawmakers responsible for pushing the bill forward. He warned that continued support for such policies would erode America’s financial health and compromise the trust of ordinary citizens.
With the bill now headed for Senate debate, the fallout from Musk’s declaration could influence not only the legislation’s fate but also the broader landscape of Republican politics. His dramatic exit from the administration and aggressive rhetoric suggest a deepening fracture in the pro-Trump coalition — one that could reshape the conservative movement heading into the next election cycle.
